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Reviews of Dip N Doze

Matara Road Dip N Zone, Above Crust Pizza, 80650 Ahangama, Sri Lanka

#93 of 106 hotels in Ahangama

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 50 hostel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    9.0
    Great budget option in the center of Ahangama
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I stayed in the private room and while that was great, the room was extremely hot, the floor cooler wasn't doing much and was very loud anyway to have it on during the night. Adding AC would be great. Dorm rooms now have AC (upgrade from last year!) and are very comfy. The other down side, and it has nothing to do with the accommodation, is that this year there is no beach as water levels have risen. Last year you had a gorgeous sandy beach right in front, however this year there is no beach out front.

    The staff is amazing and always there for anything you need with kindness and a smile. The rooms have a great price, are comfortable, clean, and they have a water kettle. Location couldn't be more central. I stayed last year in the dorm and this year in the private room and other people staying there were always respectful. There are only 3 rooms, 2 four bed dorms and one private room. Bathroom is cleaned regularly.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit noisy cause it's the same building that a restaurant which is also a qrty place (The Crust). No hot water available. No mosquito nets or no curtains so not too much privacy.

    Room with only 4 beds so it was fine. Contact with the owner via WhatsApp was fast. Self check in available. Socket near to the bed. Bathroom clean, there was always toilet paper available. Nice view from the window. You can see the ocean. I think there was a kettle in the room so you can make a tea or coffee.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    8.0
    Very good option (clean) at a good price. If you don't want a very sociable place, be in the center and you have plu
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is good because it is close to everything but obviously it means that there is a lot of noise 24 hours a day, from parties, random noises on the ceiling, motorcycles or buses honking so loudly but with Wax Plugs, you will be fine. It is not a hostel so do not expect common areas, you know this from the beginning but there is not much vibe as it is only rooms, but I met incredible people in my room and I wanted a quiet accommodation, not a very social and party hostel so It was fine for me.

    I liked that the bathrooms and rooms were clean as well as the sheets and towels in good condition. The family that welcomed you and was in charge of cleaning were very very friendly

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Because of the location it can be a bit noisy, but I extended my stay from 1 to 4 nights. Hangers for clothes and towels and curtains for more privacy would be good :)

    Good place to be in the center of Ahangama: Busstop, shopes, cafés and Restaurants all around. Room was clean, staff and owner (quick answers via whatsapp) very friendly. Thank you so much!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In the room was fan and also air cleaning machine but it was still too too hot

    It was really clean, perfect location and staff was soo so nice and helpfull

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not really a Hostel vibe, no community areas

    Okay for 1 or 2 nights

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    7.0
    Convenient location right in the middle
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No space to chill / sit / have some food. May be have a few chairs with small tables in front on the balcony.

    A good place to sleep and wake up, take the board paddle out right behind the hostel. Staff is super friendly. Clean sheets and towels on request , prompt.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I stayed for 3 nights. Not once was the bin in our bedroom emptied! And I had even to ask for a bin. The AC did not cool down the room. That's why an other girl in the room must have opened the door in the middle of the night. I woke up because it became very loud (the hostel is at the main road which is still okay if the door stays closed). But I got angry because I was not asked if I wanted to stay in a room with an open door to the street. Anything could have happened! With a better working AC this would not have happened I think.

    It was the cheapest stay in this very overpriced place of Ahangama.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Was surprised at how close the hostel is to the main road. And the door has trickle to stay closed so we here a lot of the road sound

    Super clean and right next to the ocean

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There’s no AC and it was warm, but doable at night

    It’s very clean and you get a nice bed with towel. Very nice!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2023

    9.0
    It was a very comfortable and relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It would be great if they can fix a mirror in the room or in the bathroom

    The view of the blue ocean from our window was breathtaking. Everything was super comfortable and the neighborhood was friendly and safe to travel alone even at night. This place is surrounded by some amazingly beautiful coffee shops and restaurants facing to the beach. But locals don't forget to bring extra money on food

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very nice staff! Good location, nice easy rooms.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My stay in Dip N Doze was great! Since I was the only guest, it was very nice to have the room just for me! The place is very clean. What you get is very simple, but really good. The owner is very nice and flexibel, he will try to help hou with anything. The hostel just opened so ofcourse there is room for improvement, but I loved my stay and would definitely recommend!!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2025

    10
    Great Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It is a very good property located very centrally from all major locations you would like to visit

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2025

    10
    Sri Lankan hospitality at its best :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was conveniently located close to the train station and the town. Everything was close by.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    it’s super close to all the hotspots in Ahangama

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2025

    1.0
    REALLY NOISY WITH KARAOKE AND BASS HEAVY MUSIC PLAYING UNTIL VERY LATE IN THE MORNING
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms are really basic - but that’s okay. But due to the location being above Crust and directly on the road side, the hostel can be accessed by anyone. It is not monitored. The noise level of this place is truly unacceptable, I have no idea why they thought it was a good idea to open a hostel there. Other reviews mentioned some noise from the road etc but with ear plugs it is ok… it is definitely not. There was karaoke coming from the beer and wine shop directly under the hostel. I contacted the property and asked what time this finished. They said normally at 10/11pm - this was not the case. The karaoke went on until 1am. When that eventually stopped, there was loud music/karaoke playing from crust until 4:30am!!! I had ear plugs which were no match for the noise. Tried my AirPods and they too were no match. It wasn’t just the noise it was the bass that I could feel. I finally managed to sleep at 5am and woke up at 8 to check out. I would not recommend anyone to stay here unless you have 0 problem with extremely loud noises whilst sleeping.

    The staff/ owners were very friendly and it is right in the centre of town. When I contacted them about my issues, they were really friendly and understandable. Even agreeing to let me cut my stay from 5 nights to 1.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was excellent and it was very clean

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    doors are like paper, you lock them with a tiny key so if someone would want to “break in” they could easily do so. it’s extremly loud bc the rooms are facing the main road

    people working there are very nice, helping you with everything you need! A/C is working good

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2025

    10
    Clean, fresh, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms were super clean and fresh sheets. The lady who owns it is so attentive & sweet & came in daily to tidy. THE AIRCON. perfect. location also perfect. stayed 4 nights when i’d only booked one!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No hot water or privacy between beds Very noisy from proximity to the city

    Excellent location in the heart of the city

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    I liked that the rooms are located centrally in Ahangama only a short walk away from beach side cafes. You can see the ocean from the rooms.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 3, 2024

    10
    Loved my stay here, very clean and amazing view!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved my stay here, very clean and amazing view!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 10, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent stay ! ,budget friendly, lovely atmosphere and everything you need nearby.

    Stayed in November 2024

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